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Economist warns of risks to the bond market from Trump policies
United States
First seen: Aug 19, 2026, 12:17 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 19, 2026, 12:17 PM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
A leading economist described a “deadly cocktail” for the bond market and said bond vigilantes had crossed Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s stated red line. The headline does not provide further details on the policies or market moves involved.
SO WHAT?
A significant bond-market deterioration could raise borrowing costs and create wider financial-market or economic pressure.
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